Ekwang – A Traditional Dish of Cameroon

Ekwang is a nutrient-dense delicacy from Cameroon's South West Region. However, it is now consumed and praised in other parts of Cameroon and around the world. Ekwang, also known as ekpang nkukwo, is a traditional Nigerian cuisine from the Efik and Ibibio tribes. It is also popular in Cameroon, particularly among the Bakweri tribe.

It is created with freshly grated cocoyam, wrapped in lush greens, and slowly boiled with various types of fresh or smoked meat, fish, crayfish, red oil, and other spices until cooked to perfection. Although cocoyam leaves or sweet bitter leaves are commonly used, you can use any fresh leafy greens available, such as collard greens, spinach, or even romaine lettuce, or a combination of these. If you have a grater and are willing to use it, go ahead and do so. However, because most of us do not have the time to grate the cocoyam, you can use a food processor to grate the cocoyam.